The lively and informative debate addressed legal complexities, practical implications, and political challenges of the Arms Trade Treaty. The following statements reflect the content and dynamics of the event:

Prof Andrew Clapham: "The Arms Trade Treaty is not about past war crimes, it is about future war crimes";

Mr Tobias Vestner: “The notion of “peace and security” introduces political considerations into the legal instrument”;

Dr Stuart Maslen: "Armed drones are covered by the Treaty";

Ms Sarah Parker: "Implementation is much broader than the articles state".

ABOUT GCSP

The Geneva Centre for Security Policy (GCSP) is an international foundation established in 1995, with 52 member states, for the primary purpose of promoting peace, security and international cooperation through executive education and training, applied policy analysis and dialogue.